The Children's Alliance of New Hampshire, a research-based advocacy organization working on behalf of children, is pleased to announce two new additions to its Board of Directors.

Patricia Cantor is a professor of early childhood education and former chair of the Plymouth State University Education Department from 2000 - 2009. She teaches early childhood courses and is the early childhood program coordinator.  Dr. Cantor joined the Plymouth State faculty in 1990 and served as director of the Child Development and Family Center for six years.   Dr. Cantor is actively involved in several state and national early childhood organizations including the NH Child Care Advisory Council and the National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators.  She is a graduate of Boston University (Ed.D), Plymouth State University (M.Ed.), and Harvard University (B.A.).  Dr. Cantor resides in Concord.

Kenneth Jue, a leader in the field of mental health, came to Keene in 1978 when he became director of consultation and education at Monadnock Family Services.  From 1998 – 2009, Mr. Jue was the chief executive officer at MFS.  He also served in many Keene-based organizations including Keene State College, Keene School Board, Monadnock United Way, Keene Elm City Rotary Club, Keene Housing Authority and the Keene Public Library.  Mr. Jue is currently on the Board of the NH Center for Nonprofits and the NH Mental Health Council.  He is a graduate of Trinity College (BA) and Case-Western Reserve University (MS and MA) and received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Keene State College.  Mr. Jue resides in Keene.

The Children's Alliance of New Hampshire promotes policies and practices that enable all children to lead healthy and productive lives and to reach their full potential.  www.ChildrenNH.org